Kenmore Laundry Center Use & Care Manual
Laundry Center
Use & Care Guide
Owner's GuideOwner's Guide
Owner's Guide
Owner's GuideOwner's Guide
Laveuse/sécheuse
superposées
Guide de L’utilisateur
Table of Contents
Product Registration............................................................Cover
Enregistrement du produit ..............................................Couvre
Important Safety Instructions..................................................2-3
Washing Procedures................................................................4-5
Stain Removal...............................................................................6
Common Washing Problems.....................................................7
Drying Procedures........................................................................8
Dryer Features...............................................................................9
Common Drying Problems..........................................................9
Care and Cleaning.............................................................. 10-11
Avoid Service Checklist........................................................11-13
Warranty.................................................................................... 14
Français................................................................................ 15-27
Mesures de sécurité importantes........................................15-16
Méthodes de lavage............................................................17-18
Détachage...................................................................................19
Problèmes de lavage courants...................................................20
Méthodes de séchage..............................................................21
Caractéristiques.........................................................................22
Problèmes de séchage courants..............................................22
Entretien et nettoyage.........................................................23-24
Liste de contrôle anti-panne...............................................24-26
Garantie.....................................................................................27
Back Cover.................................................................................28
The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that
this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall
be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is
disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human health, which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this
product. For more detailed information about recycling of this
product, please contact your local city office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Read and Save These Instructions
Read all instructions before
using this appliance. This book contains
valuable information about
Operation
Care
Service
Keep it in a safe place.
Lire ce manuel en entier avant de se
servir de cet appareil. Ce manuel
renferme de précieuses informations sur
le fonctionnement
l’entretien
le service après-vente
Le conserver en lieu sûr.
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
The model and serial numbers of your laundry center are found on the washer
serial plate located at the top, inside of the door opening. Record and retain
these numbers.
Lire et conserver ces instructions
Noter les numéros de modèle et de série
Les numéros de modèle et de série de la laveuse se trouvent sur la plaque
signalétique à dans la partie supérieure à l’intérieur de l’ouverture de la porte.
Noter et conserver ces numéros.
Model Number
N° de modèle
Serial Number
N° de série
Purchase Date
Date de l’achat
Le symbole sur le produit ou son emballage indique que ce produit
ne peut être traité comme déchet ménager. Il doit être remis au point de
collecte dédié à cet effet (collecte et recyclage du matériel électrique et
électronique). En procédant à la mise à la casse réglementaire de
l'appareil, nous préservons l'environnement et notre sécurité, s'assurant
ainsi que le déchets seront traités dans des conditions appropriées. Pour
obtenir plus de détails sur le recyclage de ce produit, veuillez prendre
contact avec les services de votre commune ou le magasin où vous avez
effectué l’achat.
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or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Grounding type
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grounding plug
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
• Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
This Owner's Guide provides
general operating instructions
for your laundry center. It also
contains information about
features for several other
models. Your laundry center
may not have every feature
included.
Use the laundry center only as
instructed in this Owner's Guide
and Operating Instructions
cards.
shock. Do not use an adaptor plug or
extension cord or remove grounding prong
from electrical power cord. Failure to follow
this warning can cause serious injury, fire
or death.
ELECTRICELECTRIC
ELECTRIC
ELECTRICELECTRIC
14-30R
FUSED 30 AMP
120/240 V OR
120/208 V
WALL
RECEPTACLE
GASGAS
GAS
GASGAS
Avoid fire hazard or electrical
LAUNDRY CENTERS: LAUNDRY CENTERS:
LAUNDRY CENTERS:
LAUNDRY CENTERS: LAUNDRY CENTERS:
DRYER
SERVICE CORD
CORRECTCORRECT
CORRECT
CORRECTCORRECT
Use this way ONLYUse this way ONLY
Use this way ONLY
Use this way ONLYUse this way ONLY
LAUNDRY CENTERS: LAUNDRY CENTERS:
LAUNDRY CENTERS:
LAUNDRY CENTERS: LAUNDRY CENTERS:
all receptacle
Do not under
any circumstances
cut, remove,
or bypass
the grounding prong
from this plug.
Power supply
cord with 3-prong
CORRECTCORRECT
CORRECT
CORRECTCORRECT
Use this way ONLYUse this way ONLY
Use this way ONLY
Use this way ONLYUse this way ONLY
DRYER
Important Safety Instructions
Read all instructions before using this laundry center.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when
using this laundry center, comply with the basic warnings listed below.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
Prevent Fire
Do not wash or dry items that have been previously cleaned in,
soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, cleaning solvents, kerosene, waxes, etc. Do not
store these items on or near the dryer. These substances give off vapors or chemical
reactions that could ignite or explode.
Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items
contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could
cause a load to catch fire.
Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing on top of the laundry center.
These substances give off vapors that could ignite the materials.
Do not add gasoline, cleaning solvents, or other flammable or
explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapors that could
ignite or explode.
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot
water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before
using the washer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for
several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas is
flammable; do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.
To prevent fire, do not use heat to dry items containing plastic, foam
rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials, or items containing feathers or
down. Use Air Fluff (No Heat) only.
Clean the dryer lint screen before or after each load. The interior of
the dryer, lint screen housing and exhaust duct should be cleaned approximately
every 18 months by qualified service personnel. An excessive amount of lint buildup in these areas could result in inefficient drying and possible fire. See Care and
Cleaning.
Do not operate the dryer if the lint screen is blocked, damaged or
missing. Fire hazard, overheating and damage to fabrics can occur. If your dryer has
a drying rack, always replace the lint screen when finished using the drying rack.
Keep area around the exhaust opening and surrounding areas free
from the accumulation of lint, dust and dirt.
Do not obstruct the flow of ventilating air. Do not stack or place
laundry or throw rugs against the front or back of the laundry center.
Do not spray any type of aerosol into, on or near laundry center at
any time.
Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless
recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in fire, explosion, serious
bodily injury and/or damage to the rubber or plastic parts of the laundry center.
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Printed in U.S.A.
Important Safety
Instructions
(continued)
Protect Children
Do not allow children to play on or in the laundry center. Close
supervision of children is necessary when the laundry center is used near children.
As children grow, teach them the proper, safe use of all appliances.
Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other packing materials after the
laundry center is unpacked. Children might use them for play. Cartons covered with
rugs, bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers.
Do not use or mix
liquid chlorine bleach with other
household chemicals such as toilet
cleaners, rust removers, acid or
products containing ammonia. These
mixtures can produce dangerous
fumes which can cause serious injury
or death.
Keep laundry products out of children's reach. To prevent personal
injury, observe all warnings on product labels.
Before the laundry center is removed from service or discarded,
remove the washer lid and dryer door to prevent accidental entrapment.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
Prevent Injury
To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation, the
laundry center must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service
person in accordance with local codes. Installation instructions are packed in the
laundry center for the installer's reference. Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
for detailed grounding procedures. If the laundry center is moved to a new location,
have it checked and reinstalled by a qualified service person.
To prevent personal injury or damage to the laundry center, the
electrical power cord must be plugged into a properly grounded system. Never
ground the laundry center to a gas pipe. Do not use an extension cord or an
adaptor plug.
Follow package directions when using laundry products. Incorrect
usage can produce poisonous gas--resulting in serious injury or death.
• Do not combine laundry products for use in 1 load unless specified on the label.
• Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar.
To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the laundry center:
• All repairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized servicer
unless specifically recommended in this Owner's Guide. Use only authorized
factory parts.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Do not install or store the laundry center where it will be exposed to the
weather.
Note: The instructions appearing in
this Owner's Guide are not meant to
cover every possible condition and
situation that may occur. Common
sense and caution must be practiced
when installing, operating and
maintaining any appliance.
ALWAYS disconnect the laundry center from the electrical supply
before attempting any service or cleaning. Failure to do so can result in electrical
shock or injury.
Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior.
Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur.
To prevent injury, do not reach into the washer while parts are
moving. Before loading, unloading or adding items, push in the cycle selector knob
and allow the tub to coast to a complete stop before reaching inside.
To prevent injury, do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving.
Wait until the dryer has stopped completely before reaching into the drum.
A thermal limiter switch automatically turns off the dryer motor in the unlikely
event of an overheated situation (electric dryers only). A service technician must
replace the thermal limiter switch after correcting the fault.
The washer is equipped with an electrical overload protector. The motor will stop
if it becomes overheated. The washer will automatically restart after a cool down
period of up to 30 minutes, if the washer has not been manually turned off during
this time.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Washing Procedures
Sort laundry into loads that can be
washed together.
• Follow the guidelines below for preparing the wash load.
• Read the Washer Operating Instructions for operating your specific model.
• Always read and follow fabric care and laundry product labels.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons, read
Important Safety Instructions before operating this washer.
1. Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together.
Sort items by recommended water temperatures, wash time, and agitate/spin
speeds.
• Separate white, light, and colorfast items from dark and noncolorfast items.
• Separate items which shed lint from items which attract lint. Permanent
press, synthetic, knit and corduroy items will pick up lint from towels, rugs
and chenille bedspreads.
• Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled items.
• Separate lacy, sheer and loosely knit items from sturdy items.
2. Prepare items for washing.
• Empty pockets.
• Brush off lint and dirt. Shake out rugs and beach towels.
• Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and remove nonwashable
trims and ornaments.
• Remove pins, decorative buttons, belt buckles, and other objects which
could be damaged. This also helps protect other items in the wash load.
• Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage during washing.
• Place delicate items such as bras, shoulder pads, hosiery, and belts in a mesh
bag to prevent tangling during the wash cycle.
• Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling.
Empty pockets.
Place delicate items in a mesh bag.
3. Pretreat stains and heavy soil.
See Stain Removal for details.
4. Add a measured amount of detergent to the wash tub
before adding the laundry load.
Follow detergent manufacturer's directions. The amount required depends on
type of detergent, load size and soil level, and water hardness.
5. If desired, add liquid bleach to Bleach Dispenser.
• Before adding the wash load, add liquid bleach to bleach dispenser located
in left front corner under the lid:
• 3/4 cup (180 ml) for small loads
• 1 cup (240 ml) for large loads
• 1-1/4 cups (300 ml) for extra-large loads.
• Then add 1 cup (240 ml) water to flush the dispenser.
• Do not use powdered bleach in the bleach dispenser.
For models without a bleach dispenser, dilute the recommended amount of
liquid chlorine bleach in 1 quart (.95 L) water. Add it to wash water after
a few minutes of agitation. Do not pour bleach directly on wash load.
Bleach Dispenser
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Washing Procedures
(continued)
Do not load items above
top row of holes in wash tub.
Built-In Fabric Softener Dispenser
(some models)
6. Add laundry load to washer.
• Dry load level should not be higher than top row of holes in wash tub.
Do not overload washer.
• Do not put items on top of agitator or wrap them around it. Load items
evenly.
• Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. Large items
should not be more than half the total wash load.
• When washing a single heavy item, add 1 or 2 towels to balance the load.
7. If desired, add liquid fabric softener to Fabric Softener
Dispenser
For models with a built-in dispenser (see picture to the left):
1. Add liquid softener to the dispenser, following fabric softener label directions.
2. Add water to bring liquid level to fill line on dispenser cap.
3. Remove the dispenser from the agitator after each use. Rinse both cap and
cup with warm water. Replace dispenser in the agitator.
NOTE: To separate cap from cup, put thumb into dispenser and push against side
of cup (see picture to the left). After cleaning, push cap and cup firmly together.
Replace dispenser by lining up the ribs and grooves and snapping it into position.
Fabric softener will be flushed from area under the built-in fabric softener
dispenser when Large Load Water Level is selected. If a build-up of fabric softener
occurs, clean with hot water. DO NOT REMOVE SERVICE CAP.
For models with a removable dispenser (see picture below to the left):
1. Attach fabric softener dispenser to top of agitator by pressing down gently.
2. Add softener to the dispenser, following fabric softener label directions.
3. Add water to bring liquid level to top of the peg in the center of the cup.
4. Remove the dispenser from the agitator after each use. Rinse both lid and
bowl thoroughly with warm water. Reassemble and place dispenser on
agitator or store it nearby.
For models without a fabric softener dispenser, follow fabric softener label
directions. Add diluted fabric softener to the final rinse. Do not pour fabric
softener directly on the wash load.
(some models).
Built-In Fabric Softener Dispenser
(some models)
Removable Fabric Softener Dispenser
(some models)
8. Set cycle selector knob and washer controls according to
type, size, and soil level of each load, and detergent used.
See Operating Instructions for your specific model controls.
9. Start the washer.
Close the washer lid and pull out the cycle selector knob. Washer will fill and
agitate with the lid open. The tub will not spin unless the lid is closed.
• To stop the washer, push in the cycle selector knob.
• Do not stop and restart washer during a spin when using the fabric softener
dispenser.
• To change a cycle, push in the cycle selector knob. Turn it clockwise to the
desired setting. Pull out the knob to restart the washer.
10.Remove items when the cycle is completed.
For your safety, the lid locks when the tub is spinning. It will remain locked for
about 1 minute after the tub stops spinning.
• To open the lid during a spin, push in the cycle selector knob and wait about
1 minute for the lid lock to release. Do not force open the locked lid.
Place washed items in automatic dryer, line dry, or dry flat as directed by fabric
care label. Excess wrinkling, color transfer or odors may develop in items left in
the washer after the cycle has ended.
To avoid serious personal injury, do not operate washer if safety lid
lock is missing or damaged.
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Do not combine stain removal products.
Follow fabric care label instructions.
STAIN
Adhesive tape, chewing gum,
rubber cement
TREATMENT
Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate with prewash stain remover or
nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.
Safe Stain Removal Procedures
To reduce the risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property, comply with the basic
warnings listed below:
• Read and comply with all instructions on stain removal products.
• Keep products in their original labeled containers and out of children's reach.
• Thoroughly wash any utensil used.
• Do not combine stain removal products, especially ammonia and chlorine bleach. Dangerous
fumes may result.
• Never wash items which have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with
gasoline, dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances because they give off
vapors that could ignite or explode.
• Never use highly flammable solvents, such as gasoline, inside the home. Vapors can explode on
contact with flames or sparks.
For successful stain removal:
• Remove stains promptly.
• Determine the kind of stain, then follow recommended treatment in the stain removal chart on
the next page.
• To pretreat stains, use a prewash product, liquid detergent, or a paste made from granular
detergent and water.
• Use cold water on unknown stains because hot water can set stains.
• Check care label instructions for treatments to avoid on specific fabrics.
• Check for colorfastness by testing stain remover on an inside seam.
• Rinse and wash items after stain removal.
Stain Removal
Baby formula, dairy products,
egg
Beverages (coffee, tea, soda,
juice, alcoholic beverages)
Blood
Candle wax, crayon
Chocolate
Collar or cuff soil, cosmetics
Dye transfer on white fabric
Grass
Grease, oil, tar (butter, fats,
salad dressing, cooking oils,
car grease, motor oils)
Ink
Mildew, scorch
Mud
Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains. Soak for 30 minutes or more. Wash.
Pretreat stain. Wash using cold water and bleach safe for fabric.
Rinse with cold water. Rub with bar soap. Or, pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach
safe for fabric.
Scrape off surface wax. Place stain face down between paper towels. Press with warm iron until wax is absorbed.
Replace paper towels frequently. Treat remaining stain with prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning
fluid. Hand wash to remove solvent. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Pretreat with prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap.
Use packaged color remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Scrape residue from fabric. Pretreat. Wash using hottest water safe for fabric. For heavy stains and tar, apply
nonflammable dry cleaning fluid to back of stain. Replace towels under stain frequently. Rinse thoroughly. Wash
using hottest water safe for fabric.
Some inks may be impossible to remove. Washing may set some inks. Use prewash stain remover, denatured
alcohol or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.
Wash with chlorine bleach if safe for fabric. Or, soak in oxygen bleach and hot water before washing. Badly
mildewed fabrics may be permanently damaged.
Brush off dry mud. Pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes.
Mustard, tomato
Nail polish
Paint, varnish
Perspiration
Rust, brown or yellow
discoloration
Shoe polish
Urine, vomit, mucus, feces
Pretreat with prewash stain remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
May be impossible to remove. Place stain face down on paper towels. Apply nail polish remover to back of stain.
Repeat, replacing paper towels frequently. Do not use on acetate fabrics.
WATER BASED: Rinse fabric in cool water while stain is wet. Wash. Once paint is dry, it cannot be removed. OIL
BASED AND VARNISH: Use solvent recommended on can label. Rinse thoroughly before washing.
Use prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap. Rinse. Wash using nonchlorine bleach in hottest water safe for
fabric.
For spots, use rust remover safe for fabric. For discoloration of an entire load, use phosphate detergent and
nonchlorine bleach. Do not use chlorine bleach because it may intensify discoloration.
LIQUID: Pretreat with a paste of granular detergent and water. PASTE: Scrape residue from fabric. Pretreat with
prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid. Rinse. Rub detergent into dampened area. Wash using
bleach safe for fabric.
Pretreat or soak in product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
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oblemsoblems
oblems
oblemsoblems
Many washing problems involve poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. For satisfactory washing
results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.
SOLUTIONSSOLUTIONS
SOLUTIONS
PROBLEMPROBLEM
PROBLEM
PROBLEMPROBLEM
Blue stains
POSSIBLE CAUSESPOSSIBLE CAUSES
POSSIBLE CAUSES
POSSIBLE CAUSESPOSSIBLE CAUSES
•Detergent or liquid fabric softener
did not dissolve or disperse.
SOLUTIONSSOLUTIONS
•If caused by detergent, mix 1 cup (240 ml)
white vinegar with 1 quart (.95 L) water in
a plastic container. Soak item 1 hour. Rinse.
•If caused by fabric softener, rub stains with
bar soap. Wash.
PREVENTIVE MEASURESPREVENTIVE MEASURES
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
PREVENTIVE MEASURESPREVENTIVE MEASURES
•Add detergent before wash load. Then
start washer.
•Dilute fabric softener with water.
Discoloration,
graying
Greasy, oily stains
Holes, tears, or
snags
Lint
Pilling
(Fibers break off,
ball up and cling to
fabric)
•Not enough detergent.
•Wash water temperature too low.
•Incorrect sorting.
•Not enough detergent.
•Undiluted liquid fabric softener
poured directly on fabric.
•Incorrect use of chlorine bleach.
•Unfastened zippers, hooks, buckles.
•Rips, tears and broken threads.
•Overloading the washer.
•Degradation of fabric.
•Incorrect sorting.
•Tissues left in pocket.
•Overloading the washer.
•Not enough detergent.
•Undissolved detergent has left
residue.
•Static cling is attracting lint.
•Load washed too long.
•Pilling is normal with synthetic and
permanent press fabrics. This is due
to abrasion from normal wear.
•Rewash with correct amount of detergent
and hottest water safe for fabric. Add
bleach safe for fabric.
•Treat with prewash stain remover or liquid
detergent.
•Increase detergent and water temperature.
Rewash.
•Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap.
•May be irreversible if rips, tears and seams
cannot be mended.
•Reduce load size. Rewash using correct
water temperature, water level, and
amount of detergent.
•Add nonprecipitating water conditioner to
wash water.
• Add liquid fabric softener to final rinse.
•Dry load in dryer.
•Remove lint with lint brush or roller.
•Use a lint brush or shaver to remove pills.
•Sort items by soil level and color.
•Use correct amount of detergent, hottest
water and bleach safe for fabric.
•Use correct amount of detergent and
hottest water safe for fabric.
•Do not pour liquid fabric softener
directly on fabric. See package
directions or Washing Procedures for
proper diluting.
•Never pour chlorine bleach directly on
fabric.
•Check condition of items before washing.
See Washing Procedures for preparing
and loading the wash load.
•See Washing Procedures for sorting and
preparing the wash load.
•Do not overload washer.
•Use correct amount of detergent, water
temperature and water level.
•Use fabric softener in the washer to
lubricate fibers.
•When ironing, use spray starch or fabric
finish on collars and cuffs.
•Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion.
Residue or powder
on dark items;
Stiff, harsh fabrics.
Wrinkling
Yellow buildup of
body soil on
synthetic fabrics
Yellow or brown
rust stains
•Undissolved detergent.
•Some nonphosphate granular
detergents can combine with hard
water minerals to form a residue.
•Overloading the washer.
•Agitation time too short.
•Wash water temperature too low.
•Not enough detergent.
•Iron or manganese in water supply,
water pipes, or water heater.
•Reduce load size.
•Add dissolved detergent to tub . Rewash
load.
•Mix 1 cup (240 ml) white vinegar to 1 gallon
(3.8 L) warm water in plastic container.
Soak item. Rinse and rewash.
•Reduce load size.
•Rinse in cold water with liquid fabric
softener.
•Soak in detergent booster or product
containing enzymes.
•Wash in hot water (120°F/49°C) using full
permanent press cycle. Increase detergent.
Add bleach safe for fabric.
•Or, treat with color remover.
•To restore discolored load of whites, use
rust remover safe for fabric.
Do not use chlorine bleach to remove
rust stains. It may intensify
discoloration.
•Increase water temperature using hottest
water safe for fabric.
•Do not overload washer.
•Use liquid detergent or use
nonprecipitating water conditioner with
nonphosphate granular detergent.
•Do not overload washer.
•Remove items from washer as soon as
cycle is completed.
•Use liquid fabric softener.
•Wash synthetics frequently using water at
least 100°F (37°C ) and correct water
level.
•Use nonprecipitating water softener.
•Before washing, run hot water for a few
minutes to clear lines.
•Drain water heater occasionally.
•For an ongoing problem, install an iron
filter in your water supply system.
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Drying Procedures
Follow fabric care label instructions.
• Follow the guidelines below for preparing the load for drying.
• Read the Dryer Operating Instructions for operating your specific model.
• Always read and follow fabric care labels and laundry product labels.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons, read
Important Safety Instructions before operating this dryer.
1. Prepare items for drying.
• Dry items of similar fabric, weight and construction in the same load.
• Separate dark items from light-colored items. Separate items that shed lint
from those that attract lint. If an item sheds lint, turn it inside out.
• Be sure buckles, buttons and trim are heatproof and won't damage the drum
finish. Close zippers, fasten hooks and Velcro®-like fasteners. Tie strings and
sashes to prevent snagging and tangling.
• If possible, turn pockets inside out for even drying.
• Check for stains which may not have been removed in washing. Dryer heat
may permanently set some stains. Repeat stain removal process before
drying.
• Place small items in a mesh bag to prevent tangling and for easy removal.
Place small items in a mesh bag.
2. Check that lint screen is clean and in place.
3. Load the dryer.
• The average load will fill the drum 1/3 to 1/2 full. Items need room to tumble
freely for even drying and less wrinkling. Do not overload dryer.
• When drying large items, dry only 2 or 3 at a time. Fill out the load with small
and medium sized items.
• For delicate or very small loads, add 2 lint-free towels for better drying, less
wrinkling, and to prevent grease stains caused by fabric softener sheets.
• Do not overdry items. Overdrying can cause wrinkling, shrinkage, harshness,
and a build-up of static electricity, which can produce more lint.
• If desired, add a dryer fabric softener sheet.
4. Close the dryer door and set dryer controls (some models).
See Dryer Operating Instructions card for your specific model controls.
5. Turn cycle selector clockwise to the desired setting.
6. Start the dryer.
• Turn the Turn to Start control clockwise to ON. Hold for 1-2 seconds and
release.
Fill dryer drum 1/3 to 1/2 full.
• To add or remove items when the dryer is running, open the door. The dryer
will always stop when the door is opened.
• Allow the drum to come to a complete stop before reaching inside.
7. When the cycle ends, remove items immediately and hang
or fold. If load is removed before the cycle ends, turn cycle selector to OFF.
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Features
Convenience Hanger (some models)
The Convenience Hanger is located above and to the left of the dryer door. Pull out
on the handle until the hanger stops (approximately 12 inches). Use for hanging dried
clothes. Maximum capacity is 30 pounds.
Cycle Signal Control (some models)
When the Cycle Signal Control is ON, a signal will sound at the end of each cycle and
during the Wrinkle-Rid setting (some models). The volume is adjustable on some
models.
The convenience hanger is located
above and to the left of the dryer door.
Drum Light (some models)
A drum light will come on whenever the door is opened to illuminate the dryer drum
during loading and unloading. Closing the door turns off the light.
Drying Rack (some models)
Use the drying rack to dry items which should not be tumble dried.
1. Open the dryer door and remove the lint screen.
2. Insert drying rack into the dryer drum. Place the front bar under the lip of the lint
screen opening.
3. Place items to be dried on top of rack. Weight should not exceed 10 lbs. Leave
space between items, but do not let items hang over the sides or through the
grids. Do not tumble other items when using the drying rack.
4. Select a timed dry setting best suited for items being dried. Use only the Air Fluff
(no heat) temperature setting for items containing plastic, foam rubber, rubber-
Use the drying rack to dry items which should
not be tumbled.
Common Drying ProblemsCommon Drying Problems
Common Drying Problems
Common Drying ProblemsCommon Drying Problems
Many drying problems involve poor cleaning results, poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage.
For satisfactory drying results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.
like materials, feathers or down.
5. When items are dry, remove the rack and replace the lint screen. If lint screen
is not in place, tumbling items could enter the exhaust system and cause damage
to the dryer.
PROBLEMPROBLEM
PROBLEM
PROBLEMPROBLEM
Greasy, oily
stains
Lint
Pilling
(Fibers break off,
ball up and cling
to fabric.)
Shrinking
Wrinkling
POSSIBLE CAUSESPOSSIBLE CAUSES
POSSIBLE CAUSES
POSSIBLE CAUSESPOSSIBLE CAUSES
•Fabric softener sheet.
•Overloading.
•Overdrying causes static
electricity.
•Lint screen not clean when
cycle began.
•Lint is attached to "pills."
•Pilling is normal with synthetic
and permanent press fabrics.
This is due to abrasion from
normal wear.
•Overdrying.
•Overloading.
•Leaving items in dryer after
cycle ends.
SOLUTIONSSOLUTIONS
SOLUTIONS
SOLUTIONSSOLUTIONS
•Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap.
Rinse and rewash.
•Reduce load size and rewash using liquid
fabric softener in the final rinse.
•Or, add a fabric softener sheet and
tumble without heat.
•Use lint brush or roller to remove lint.
•Use a lint brush or shaver to remove pills.
•Irreversible condition.
•Reduce load size and tumble at medium
or low heat for 5-10 minutes.
•Remove items immediately. Hang or fold.
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PREVENTIVE MEASURESPREVENTIVE MEASURES
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
PREVENTIVE MEASURESPREVENTIVE MEASURES
•Add a few bath towels to small loads for proper
tumbling.
•Some "silk-like" fabrics should be air dried.
•Use proper drying temperature.
•Place fabric softener sheet on top of load before
starting the dryer.
•Do not overload dryer.
•Use fabric softener in washer or dryer to reduce
static electricity.
•Remove items when they are slightly damp to
avoid overdrying.
•Check that lint screen is clean and in place.
•Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers.
•When ironing, use spray starch or fabric finish on
collars and cuffs.
•Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion.
•Follow fabric care label directions.
•If shrinking is a concern, check load often.
•Remove items while slightly damp.
•Block knits into shape.
•Lay flat to complete drying.
•Do not overload dryer.
•Remove items as soon as cycle ends.
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